Dyslexia in Adults and Dyslexia Testing
Almost all of the what we know of dyslexia has occurred during the last twenty-five years. Before that dyslexia was practically unknown.
Dyslexics learn differently. Their eyes see objects the exact same way but their brains interpret the signals from their eyes differently than those of non-dyslexics. It’s not an insurmountable problem, many famous and successful people have been dyslexic. But to reach their total potential they must be taught differently, according to their needs.
In the last 15 years elementary school procedure has been to routinely screen for dyslexia in children. Practically all children who had problems with reading were selected to go through a full-scale professional dyslexia test and evaluation.
Those who went through grade school more than 15 years ago almost all bear the scars of being hammered into molds that did not fit. They were ridiculed for their differences, looked at as retarded (which most are definitely not!), slow learners, etc. They were embarrassed and learn to hide their differences.
Millions of adult dyslexics today have never taken a dyslexia test. They still struggle with learning and reading difficulties that could be easily overcome if they were only known. A half-hour dyslexia test could make enormous improvements in their self-esteem and abilities.
There are a large number of different types of dyslexia to deal with. There is no standard definition, no real, workable way to sort them out into types and put them into nice, neat categories. Each one is different and needs to be evaluated and taught accordingly.
Today there are literally millions of adult dyslexics that are completely unaware that what has been limiting them is actually dyslexia. That is why dyslexia tests for adults are so important. With a test, they can be identified and helped. Without being tested, they will in all likelihood never be able to achieve their full potential.
For more info on dyslexia and how it can be overcome, click on any of the above links.
Disclaimer: This posting is based on information freely available in the popular press and medical journals that deal with dyslexia. Nothing herein is intended to be or should be construed to be medical advice. For medical advice the reader should consult with his or her physician or other medical specialist.
Written by Marco H. Smith
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